NEW JOB OPENING
CENTER NURSE REGISTERED NURSE
IN Chicago, IL, USA!

Required Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent



Preferred Education

• Associate's degree in nursing



Required License/Certification

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of IL

• BLS or CPR certification



Required Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Registered Nurse experience

• Fluent written and spoken English language skills

• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience

• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and process information in a confidential manner

• Ability to assess patients without face-to-face interaction

• Strong communication and patient assessment skills

• Ability to collaborate and communicate with members of an interdisciplinary care team

• Excellent computer skills with the ability to read, interpret, and analyze data from various computer systems



Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Bilingual proficiency, Spanish preferred

• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record systems

• Previous experience in a clinical setting

• Demonstrated ability to work independently

• Experience with Value-Based Care models

• Competency in Google Sheets for data management and reporting



Center Nurse Overview

• The Center Nurse is a clinical care team member operating within a Value-Based Care model that prioritizes patient health outcomes and long-term wellness

• Supports patient health through clinical assessments, chronic condition management, evidence-based standards, guidelines, and care pathways designed to prevent complications

• Drives quality care and collaborates with the care team to reduce avoidable hospitalizations and improve patient outcomes

• Fosters a welcoming, engaging environment through effective communication and delegation while empowering the care team to deliver high-quality patient care

• Supports walk-in and telephonic triage, skilled nursing procedures, medication management, preventative care, patient education, and onsite testing

• Serves as a clinical resource and voice within daily care team meetings while supporting nursing staff, clinical team members, and providers

• Reports to the Director of Clinical Support



Job Duties

• Support patient assessment and prioritization for walk-in and telephonic triage to ensure patients receive the appropriate level of care and avoid unnecessary hospital visits

• Execute protocol-driven chronic condition management

• Perform skilled nursing procedures, including wound care and medication administration, including vaccines

• Provide comprehensive patient and caregiver education regarding chronic conditions and preventative care in person, over the phone, or in group settings

• Conduct medication reviews during nurse-led visits to ensure patient safety and adherence

• Conduct onsite testing, including point-of-care labs, EKGs, and specimen collection

• Use patient data to identify and close gaps in preventative screenings while ensuring compliance with state scope of practice

• Utilize standardized protocols for medication management, prescription renewals, and prior authorizations

• Ensure clinical communications are managed, tasks are completed, and patient visit encounters are closed in a timely manner

• Delegate to medical assistants and phlebotomists as needed to support patient flow and efficiency

• Support the coordination, integration, communication, and implementation of nursing practice and standard operating procedures

• Identify barriers to optimal care, including physical, cognitive, language, literacy, socioeconomic, cultural, and behavioral barriers

• Create a welcoming and engaging environment that meets the needs of patients, communities, families, and teams

• Deliver an exceptional patient experience through service, responsiveness, and respectful care

• Serve as a key clinical voice in daily care team meetings to align on patient priorities and clinic operations

• Serve as a support and resource for nursing staff, other clinical staff, and providers

• Ensure clinical compliance with Patient Safety initiatives and reporting

• Provide emergency care in accordance with organizational procedures

• Engage in self-evaluation and participate in activities that promote professional growth and development

• Seek, acquire, and maintain current nursing knowledge and competence to fulfill responsibilities as a Nurse

• Maintain awareness of current patient-centered, evidence-based practice and consider applicable research data in patient care delivery

• Fulfill the obligation to identify and appropriately report professional misconduct

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**